MP signs petition to stop the ‘Strasbourg Circus’ John Baron MP recently signed a petition to end the ‘travelling circus’ which four days every month sees 754 MEPs, over 3,000 staff and 25 truckloads of official papers shuttle between the twin seats of the European Parliament in Brussels and Strasbourg. This vast and...
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John Baron MP officially opens new branch of Barclays Bank in Basildon Town Centre
MP congratulates Barclays on new investment John Baron MP today officially opened the new branch of Barclays Bank, 19 The Town Square, Basildon. The new branch has the latest technology and customer friendly services. The Barclays Premier League Trophy was also on display. In attendance were Stacey Evans (new branch manager), Andrew Fletcher (Retail...
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John Baron MP presents ‘Tesco for Schools and Clubs’ Awards
MP congratulates Tesco on the initiative’s 21st Anniversary Today, John Baron MP presented awards to local schools at Tesco Extra, Mayflower Retail Park, Basildon. This was part of the ‘Tesco for Schools and Clubs’ initiative celebrating its 21st Anniversary since it was launched in 1992. Schools were represented by children and teachers who participated....
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John Baron MP wins 2RRF Parliamentary vote as over 400 ex-Fusiliers descend on Parliament
MP vows to continue campaign Today in the House of Commons, John Baron MP won a Parliamentary vote at the end of his debate opposing the Government’s proposals to disband the 2nd Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Fusiliers (2RRF). The vote was won 57 votes to 3. John and his fellow MPs believe that...
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John Baron MP: Op Note – Photoshoot with 400 ex-Fusiliers at 10.10am tomorrow (18th October)
Photoshoot at Old Palace Yard – opposite St Stephen’s Entrance Tomorrow 400 ex-members of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers will march on Parliament, culminating with a parade at Old Palace Yard (opposite St Stephen’s Entrance). There will be a photoshoot at 10.10am, which will involve MPs who have supported the campaign. There will also...
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John Baron MP presses Home Secretary over opt-out of EU police and crime measures
MP highlights Government’s willingness to opt-in to EU measures Today in the House of Commons, Rt Hon Theresa May MP, the Home Secretary, made a statement to the House regarding the Government’s decision to opt-out of a block of EU police and crime measures. John took the opportunity to press the Home Secretary as...
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John Baron MP welcomes Fusiliers’ march on Parliament on 18th October
MP will accuse Government of political fix over Army cuts in debate On Thursday, John Baron MP will welcome and address approximately 400 ex-Fusiliers who will be marching from Whitehall to Old Palace Yard – ETA around 10.10am. The march is part of a campaign to get the Government to reverse its decision to...
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John Baron MP welcomes 55% increase in apprenticeships in Basildon and Billericay
MP says apprenticeships are vital for our young people Figures show a record number of apprenticeships in England, with half a million people starting an apprenticeship last year. Thanks to Government investment, 142 more young people in England are starting an apprenticeship every single day. In Basildon and Billericay:- 680 people started an apprenticeship...
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John Baron MP praises Synergy team at its AGM
MP says local expertise must not be lost On Friday, John Baron MP addressed Synergy’s AGM at the Canon Roche Social Centre, Laindon Road, Billericay. Synergy is the only alcohol specific agency in the South of Essex, and has been providing support for over 30 years. Also in attendance was Councillor Chris Jackman, local...
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John Baron MP: Synergy discusses policing priorities with Nick Alston CBE, Conservative Police Commissioner Candidate
MP says productive meeting highlights importance of 15th November elections Today, Nick Alston CBE met with John Baron MP and Synergy Board members. The purpose was to discuss Nick’s objectives if he were to be elected Essex Police Commissioner in November, with a particular emphasis...
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